A Final Thank You All GAW/Winners Announced in post 131

Bob, you and your family have been a constant in the prayers of my wife and I. That's not about to change.

It would be an honor to enter your give away, not that you have not done more than enough for the forum and it's members, but that you have. You have made this forum a better place for you being here, you have made this corner of the Internet a brighter place.

So, I want to thank you for all that you have done. Also expect a surprise from one Redsox fan to another.

Chris
 
Crap! I hate to hear things like this. Prayers for you and your family. I have enjoyed your dedicated participation and immense contribution to this community. Would be honored to carry and treasure one of your knives.




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Although I have not been around as long as so many here, I do so enjoy your posts and comments. There is nothing more I could add that so many have already stated so elegantly. Please know our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family, and I hope you are able to continue to post for quite some time!
I am only going to give my best wishes.
Most warmest regards to you and yours!
 
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Bob, I'd be proud to carry a knife from you. I would likely pass it on to my own little Bob (my younger son, Bob, is 6 years old right now).

My favorite knives are knives gifted from others.

I actually have a habit of giving knives to my own dad, and father in law foe them to pass on to my two boys. So each boy will have several traditional they can say came from their grandfather's.

Hopefully, your tough decision results in time spent in the company of those you love and care for.
 
Bob-I know we don't really know each other. I don't post that much. I have followed your flight, which echos my dad's. I get uncharacteristically emotional when I see an update from you and this one hit me hard.I believe you've made a good decision. Maintain the best quality of life and fight on. My son, who is a little younger than your grandson, cherishes the memories of time spent with my dad. My dad never carried a knife, not sure how I got the bug, but if I win it will stay With me and my boy. I look forward to seeing more posts from you. Be well.
 
Sir, not an entry, but I was very touched by your post and all of the wonderful replies. Like many others I have read and enjoyed your words and thoughts from afar. I wish you and yours strength on your journey, one we all share.
 
Bob, first let me apologize for not keeping in touch, you were one of my first friends here on the porch after winning what may have been your first give away. I rarely enter GAW's but I felt compelled because it was a chance for me to win a beautiful knife and donate to your cause as my Mother was going through the same illness. This is not an entry because I have been the recipient of your generosity already and I wish to have someone else know the joy of a gift from you my friend, THANK YOU. Words cannot express how sorry I am to hear of your ongoing struggles but I do admire your courage and selflessness to spend your time with family and prioritize quality of life. You are much loved by everyone who knows you and I feel blessed to call you a friend. In fact my Mother's illness is one of the reasons I do not post much anymore as she (and family) takes up much of my time now so I give you credit for keeping up with your knife passion and friends here. I have known from the first time we talked that I was just the custodian of the knife I won in your give away and have planned all along give it back to this outstanding group of folks here on the traditional porch. I do know that you are like me and will be visiting this porch for as long as your energy is in this endless universe because this is definitely your second family. I know our paths will cross again.
My best wishes and prayers have and will be with you and your family my friend.
 
I'm not a traditional collector. I am sad to see a fellow forum member battling such a serious illness. It looks like you have made quite an impact on our Knife forum. I will be thinking about you. I hope you find comfort, and happiness.:)
 
Bob, your smiling avatar has been one of my favorite things about the porch since I showed up. I know I haven't been here as long as many, but I have been here long enough to see the ways that you make this a better part of the internet to spend time at. I have to say that I had been hoping that no news was good news on your front. I am saddened to hear that this has not been the case. Keep your head up. While it obviously pales in comparison to the love of family, you are appreciated here too.

I'm in.
 
Bob when I read your post this morning I was greatly saddened.Even though I have never met any porchmen in person I feel we have a connection as friends from many parts of the world.
I left and drove the rat run up to sydney and we installed a huge glass door.The day was beset by hurdles and setbacks of various types.I felt that I could laugh it all off knowing the depth and difficulty of your decisionI can only imagine.And so I did.
You have seized fate by the balls mate and you are proud and staunch.
I would be honoured to win your giveaway for one reason.
It will make you feel good.
I curse cancer from the pit of my heart.
May the road rise for you.
 
I'm in sir and rough stuff right there!

Prayers sent for you !
G2
 
Bob, like many others I only know you from your iconic avatar, your posts and most tellingly, the posts about you from your friends. Even when you weren't able to post your presence is felt here in this place. It's a fine thing and it'll be a sad day when we lose it. Hopefully, that day is far far away. I wish you the very best of luck in your fight. My heart goes out to you, your friends and your family.
 
How does a tear come to my eye for an inividual that you've never met. How is it that i can be so selfish that i feel sorry for myself? Well, Bob, its because you mean a whole lot more to many of us than you probably know. You are not just a member that has a cute avatar or can provide sage advice. Your a member of this, very, very unique community of friends.

I'd be honored to be awarded one of your knives. IT would not remain in mint or near mint condition though, as I would carry it and think about all the posts full of sage advice that are yet to be posted by YOU!
 
I'm in and wish you only the best. I think it's due time to wear this T I brought back from Florida.
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This is very sad news Bob. I hope your decision eases some stress that you and your family has been going through.
I really don't know what to say in these situations, and I can't really say anything that hasn't been said already. You have been an integral part of this forum ever since I started posting in traditionals. Your generosity through these tough times goes to show just how much of a genuinely great guy you are.
On one hand I would feel extremely honored to get the privilege of carrying one of your knives. However, I feel guilty entering your giveaway, because I know there are many members here you were much closer to that are much more deserving.

Keep your head up Bob. You and your family are in my prayers.
 
I pray for peace and comfort for you and your family. I hope this isn't your "Final Thank You" and we will continue to see you on the forum. I hope for the best for you Bob.
 
Not an entry Bob, just a heartfelt thank you for the simple enjoyment I've found in your posts. I will be praying for your comfort and peace for your entire family.
Blessings,
Ken
 
Bob, keep fighting bud! Please, if you draw my post #, feel free to pick again. I just bought a new Harley and you'll always be riding with me. That means more than anything.

Oh and by the way, use that cattle knife to cut into a nice juicy steak!!
 
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